Understanding Subtraction of Negative Fractions

In this video, Mr. J explains how to subtract negative fractions by combining the knowledge of subtracting positive fractions and integers. The video covers two examples: one with a common denominator and another with different denominators. Mr. J demonstrates finding the least common multiple, renaming fractions, and using the concept of adding the opposite to simplify subtraction. The video concludes with a reminder that subtracting a negative increases value, akin to removing debt.

What two mathematical concepts are combined when subtracting negative fractions?

• Subtracting positive fractions and integers

• Adding positive fractions and integers

• Multiplying fractions and integers

• Dividing fractions and integers

What is the least common denominator for the fractions -3/4 and 1/6?

• 8

• 6

• 24

• 12

How do you convert -3/4 to have a denominator of 12?

• Multiply by 4

• Multiply by 2

• Multiply by 6

• Multiply by 3

What is the result of subtracting -3/4 from 1/6?

• -11/12

• 11/12

• -5/12

• 5/12

What is the least common denominator for the fractions -5/15 and -9/10?

• 15

• 20

• 25

• 30

How do you convert -5/15 to have a denominator of 30?

• Multiply by 2

• Multiply by 5

• Multiply by 3

• Multiply by 4

What is the result of subtracting -5/15 from -9/10?

• -27/30

• 17/30

• -17/30

• 27/30

What happens to the value when you subtract a negative number?

• It increases

• It stays the same

• It decreases

• It becomes zero

Why does subtracting a negative number increase the value?

• Because it adds a positive

• Because it subtracts a positive

• Because it divides a positive

• Because it multiplies a positive

What is the key takeaway from subtracting negative fractions?

• Is the same as adding positive fractions

• Always results in a negative value

• Does not change the value

• Requires finding a common denominator